SB2024032026 - Improper access control in Zulip Server



SB2024032026 - Improper access control in Zulip Server

Published: March 20, 2024

Security Bulletin ID SB2024032026
Severity
Low
Patch available
YES
Number of vulnerabilities 1
Exploitation vector Remote access
Highest impact Information disclosure

Breakdown by Severity

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Description

This security bulletin contains information about 1 security vulnerability.


1) Improper access control (CVE-ID: CVE-2024-27286)

The vulnerability allows a remote user to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to an error in the moving messages feature when moving messages between stream or unsubscribing users from a stream. A remote user who previously had access to a stream can continue reading messages.


Remediation

Install update from vendor's website.